Manufacturing
We help businesses embrace technologies, enhance productivity, and navigate challenges with expert guidance. Whether you need strategic advice, training, or implementation support, we’re here to drive your success.
Manufacturing training support
Professional training programs to upskill your workforce, access to best-in-class resources, and consultancy services to optimise your operations.
Events supporting manufacturing
See Advanced Manufacturing in action to see how you can improve productivity and implement Industry 4.0 technologies efficiently. And join us and EECA to find out how to reduce energy costs and support sustainability goals.
Futureproofing NZ manufacturing
A dedicated initiative to build a culture of safety and reducing harm in the manufacturing sector in conjunction with ACC and WorkSafe.
Explore Project Whakahaumaru, or view the Manufacturing Harm Dashboard.
Advanced manufacturing in action
Power your productivity – join us for these interactive sessions developed to break down the nuts and bolts of advanced manufacturing. Including; digital integration, analytics, automation, IoT, and data-driven decision-making.
Professional training and development for manufacturers
Futureproofing NZ manufacturing
Manufacturing has the highest rates of workplace harm in Aotearoa New Zealand. That's why the EMA co-ordinated Project Whakahaumaru, with the support of ACC - which brought the sector together and developed a plan that reduces this rate of harm. The manufacturing data gives strong grounds for change and investment.
Meet the manufacturing team
Get in touch with the team at manufacturing@ema.co.nz
Jane Finlayson
Jane Finlayson
Head of Advanced Manufacturing
Head of Advanced Manufacturing
Sheenal Jokhan
Sheenal Jokhan
Programme Manager - Manufacturing
Programme Manager - Manufacturing
Industry 4.0
The EMA is at the forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, known as Industry 4.0. Industry 4.0 transforms traditional operations using cutting-edge smart technology to deliver incredible improvements – and results – in safety, quality, automation and productivity.
It is the next phase in digitising the manufacturing sector and we delivered it to you, led by Callaghan Innovation and in partnership with Beca and LMAC. Our Manufacturers Workshop presents these innovations in interactive action, showing how leading kiwi company, Nautech, walked this path and succeeded. Contact us to learn how Industry 4.0 technologies can transform your manufacturing.
Case studies - the story behind the success
These Industry 4.0 Case Studies are tangible examples of Industry 4.0 adoption, challenges, and learnings across Kiwi industries.
They’re your strategic roadmap to innovation.
Industry 4.0 webinars
Our year-round webinars are an accessible and convenient platform to access insights, real-world applications and updates on emerging technologies.
Engage directly with manufacturers on their Industry 4.0 journey through Q&A sessions and stay informed in this rapidly evolving landscape.Factory Tours -
a hands-on look behind
the curtain
Get the inside knowledge direct from the source as businesses open their doors and speak with you, manufacturer to manufacturer. You’ll hear their experiences with scoping and implementing Industry 4.0 technologies to achieve better productivity and become globally competitive.
This is a great networking opportunity and a space to share your questions and thoughts with other manufacturers on the same journey. Spaces are limited, so contact us today to find out more about upcoming Factory Tours in your region.
The manufacturers
of tomorrow
Manufacturing is a key sector in our economy. To address the skills shortage and attract young talent, it’s crucial to highlight the industry’s technological advancements, job diversity and creative opportunities.
Apprenticeships, mentorship programmes, and partnerships with educational institutions can bridge the skills gap and make manufacturing THE choice for young people entering the workforce.
Manufacturing
Where innovation
meets industry
Manufacturing is one of New Zealand’s economic engines, producing the goods that we see to the rest of the world.
We have a long history supporting manufacturers – large and small – helping them grow their business through collaboration, innovation, digitisation and the exchange of knowledge and ideas.
Project Whakahaumaru
Working together to reduce workplace harm in manufacturing
Project Whakahaumaru’s Harm Reduction Action Plan will improve safety, reduce harm and support sustainable growth in manufacturing, only if it moves from a plan to action.
Manufacturers want positive change, as it is good for their kaimahi, their business and the manufacturing sector. But they need assistance to make the changes.
